Momentum towards better health

04/03/2019

Read how mom's healthy habits-Diet, exercise, healthy body weight, moderate alcohol use, and not smoking reduces children's risk of obesity by more than 80%! https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2018/07/moms-who-follow-5-healthy-habits-reduce-risk-of-raising-obese-kids/

A new Harvard study finds that children are 75 percent less likely to become obese when their mothers followed five healthy habits as compared with children whose mothers did not follow any such habit.

02/03/2019

It is recommended to wait six to eight weeks after giving birth to begin trying to lose weight. Breastfeeding mom's lose more weight over time when compared to mom's that do not breastfeed. Breastfeeding mom's lose an average of 1-2 pounds per month. https://www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/weight-loss-mothers/

You are not alone in wondering about losing weight. Many women are anxious to return to their pre-pregnancy shape and weight after childbirth. Do try to remember that your pregnancy weight wasn’t gained overnight so it won’t disappear that quickly, either.

02/03/2019

Quitting smoking improves your breathing allowing you to become more active. Your family benefits from you quitting smoking as well, children living in a household where parents smoke are at an increased risk of respiratory and ear infections. Learn more about benefits and ways to quit at the link provided. https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/quit_smoking/how_to_quit/benefits/index.htm

See what CDC's Office on Smoking and Health says about the benefits of quitting smoking.

02/03/2019

Please take a few minutes watch Dionne's story about being a busy working mom diagnosed with Prediabetes (a condition involving increased blood sugar levels). Dionne was able to work with her doctor to begin healthy diet and exercise habits reversing this condition, and improving the health of her family. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyHuEG3ZegU

Dionne was one of 86 million Americans with prediabetes. But after receiving a diagnosis, she was able to reverse the condition by making healthy lifestyle c...

01/03/2019

"Say yes to help", and "sleep when your baby sleeps" are two tips on ways to improve sleep that can be found at https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/features/sleep-deprived-new-baby #3. If you feel like you are sleeping enough but do not feel rested talk to your doctor. Weight gain after pregnancy may increase your risk for common sleep disorders.

WebMD provides expert 10 tips on getting more sleep when you're a new mom.

01/03/2019

Exercising after pregnancy can benefit your health, and reduce the risk of depression. This link provides examples of six "moves" for new moms. Work on your core (abdominal muscles) and pelvic floor (exercise #5). https://www.webmd.com/parenting/baby/6-exercises-for-new-moms #1

WebMD shows you 6 ways to get your body in shape after childbirth.

01/03/2019

Know your numbers! https://www.yourweightmatters.org/measure-your-weight/ Provides instructions for measuring around your waist, and learning about your weight category. Women with waist measurements higher than 35 inches are considered unhealthy, and should begin discussions with their doctor about their weight. Remember this is just a starting point for future health.

01/03/2019

How does your plate look? My Plate is the USDA's food pyramid replacement providing food group goals. Try some of the suggestions listed on this poster, swap out sodas containing sugar with water today! Healthy eating habits impact current and future healthhttps://choosemyplate-prod.azureedge.net/sites/default/files/tentips/mini_poster.pdf

01/03/2019

What is for dinner tonight? If you are having trouble coming up with budget friendly healthy meal ideas check out https://www.choosemyplate.gov/budget-sample-two-week-menus. My plate offers two week meal plans including grocery shopping lists with busy families in mind. Please feel free to post a picture of your healthy meal in the comment section below

01/03/2019

Do you know that small changes can have a big impact on your overall health? Click this link and learn that even a small weight loss of five to ten percent of your overall weight can reduce your risk of developing long term conditions helping you to live longer healthier lives. .http://stopobesityalliance.org/wp-content/themes/stopobesityalliance/pdfs/Fast%20Facts%205%20to%2010%20Percent%20Weight%20Loss.pdf